The Federal Retirement Podcast

When Should You Retire? Minimum Retirement Age? Age 60? Age 62?

Choosing a federal retirement date is a major decision, and understanding how MRA, age 60, and age 62 affect eligibility and benefits can make the process clearer.In this presentation, Benchmark Financial Group discusses considerations you may want to review when evaluating your retirement timeline, such as: * How your decisions affect decades of income * Eligibility and benefits * How to get started on your retirement plan --------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Benchmark Financial Group: Website | ⁠https://bfgkc.com⁠ [https://bfgkc.com] LinkedIn | ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/benchmark-financial-group-llc⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/benchmark-financial-group-llc] Facebook | ⁠https://www.facebook.com/BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC] Benchmark Financial Group is located at 10975 Benson Dr., Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66210, Corporate Woods Building 12. You can contact us by visiting our website at ⁠https://bfgkc.com⁠ [https://bfgkc.com], calling 913.227.4224, or emailing David at david.raetz@bfgkc.com. Securities and Advisory Services are offered through CreativeOne Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC and an Investment Advisor. Benchmark Financial Group, LLC, and CreativeOne Securities are not affiliated companies. #federalemployees #federalbenefits #federalretirement #benchmarkfinancialgroup #planyourfederalretirement

Before You Retire: 3 Decisions That Can Impact Your Income For Life

Retirement from federal service isn’t a single moment. It’s a series of decisions – and each one shapes your income, cash flow, and ultimately, more retirement confidence. In this presentation, David Raetz of Benchmark Financial Group discusses: - Choosing the Right Retirement Date - How to Bridge the Income Gap - Creating Your Retirement Paycheck - How to Get Started on Your Retirement Plan --------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Benchmark Financial Group: Website | https://bfgkc.com [https://bfgkc.com] LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/benchmark-financial-group-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/benchmark-financial-group-llc] Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC [https://www.facebook.com/BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC] Benchmark Financial Group is located at 10975 Benson Dr., Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66210, Corporate Woods Building 12. You can contact us by visiting our website at https://bfgkc.com [https://bfgkc.com], calling 913.227.4224, or emailing David at david.raetz@bfgkc.com. Securities and Advisory Services are offered through CreativeOne Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC and an Investment Advisor. Benchmark Financial Group, LLC, and CreativeOne Securities are not affiliated companies. #federalemployees #federalbenefits #federalretirement #benchmarkfinancialgroup #planyourfederalretirement

Your Federal Pension: The Foundation of a Confident Retirement Plan

Learn how key retirement decisions can shape your monthly income, survivor benefits, and long-term retirement strategy. In this episode, David Raetz of Benchmark Financial Group discusses: * FERS Pension & Supplements * Retirement Income Sources * Survivor Benefits * How to Get Started on Your Retirement Plan --------------------------------------------- Connect with Benchmark Financial Group: Website |  bfgkc.com [https://bfgkc.com/] LinkedIn | @benchmark-financial-group-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/benchmark-financial-group-llc] Facebook | @BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC [https://www.facebook.com/BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC] Benchmark Financial Group is located at 10975 Benson Dr., Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66210, Corporate Woods Building 12. You can contact us by visiting our website at bfgkc.com [https://bfgkc.com/], calling 913.227.4224, or emailing David at david.raetz@bfgkc.com. Securities and Advisory Services are offered through CreativeOne Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC and an Investment Advisor. Benchmark Financial Group, LLC, and CreativeOne Securities are not affiliated companies.

Navigating Market Volatility with TSP | Federal Retirement Planning

Choosing your retirement date may seem like a small detail, but for federal employees, it can have a significant financial impact. In this video, David Raetz of Benchmark Financial Group [https://bfgkc.com], explains how to align your exit date for maximum benefits and minimal income disruption for a smooth transition into retirement. --------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Benchmark Financial Group: Website | ⁠bfgkc.com⁠ [https://bfgkc.com/] LinkedIn | ⁠@benchmark-financial-group-llc⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/benchmark-financial-group-llc] Facebook | ⁠@BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC] Benchmark Financial Group is located at 10975 Benson Dr., Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66210, Corporate Woods Building 12. You can contact us by visiting our website at https://bfgkc.com [https://bfgkc.com], calling 913.227.4224, or emailing David at david.raetz@bfgkc.com. Securities and Advisory Services are offered through CreativeOne Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC and an Investment Advisor. Benchmark Financial Group, LLC, and CreativeOne Securities are not affiliated companies.

Timing Your Exit: Maximize Benefits & Minimize Gaps | Federal Retirement Planning

Choosing your retirement date may seem like a small detail, but for federal employees, it can have a significant financial impact. In this podcast episode, David Raetz of Benchmark Financial Group explains how to align your exit date for maximum benefits and minimal income disruption for a smooth transition into retirement.---------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Benchmark Financial Group:Website | bfgkc.com [https://bfgkc.com/]LinkedIn | @benchmark-financial-group-llc [https://www.linkedin.com/company/benchmark-financial-group-llc]Facebook | @BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC [https://www.facebook.com/BenchmarkFinancialGroupLLC]Benchmark Financial Group is located at 10975 Benson Dr., Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66210, Corporate Woods Building 12. You can contact us by visiting our website at https://bfgkc.com, calling 913.227.4224, or emailing David at david.raetz@bfgkc.com.Securities and Advisory Services are offered through CreativeOne Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC and an Investment Advisor. Benchmark Financial Group, LLC, and CreativeOne Securities are not affiliated companies.